Line Cook

The Halal Guys - 376, Washington Street; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Halal Guys located at 376 Washington Street in Boston is hiring a line cook responsible for preparing food items according to SOP and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Candidates must have 2+ years of restaurant experience, excellent speed and organization skills, and a team-oriented attitude. The position offers minimum wage plus tips in a fast-paced environment, perfect for those who thrive under pressure.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant experience, specifically grill.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to lift 30 – 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items according to The Halal Guys SOP manual.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area.
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods.

Skills

Efficiency and speed

Organization

Team player

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Attention to quality

Job description

Overview

All team members are responsible for giving customers a great first impression of The Halal Guys. When a customer arrives, they must receive a warm and sincere welcome, and as they depart, they should receive a heartfelt thank you.

Team Members should perform the following tasks with exemplary grace, thoroughness, efficiency, diligence and style:

• Understand thoroughly and articulate with enthusiasm the details of The Halal Guys’ food menu and beverages
• Anticipate what the customer wants and does not want
• Know how and when to provide what the customer needs, wants and does not yet know they want, tactfully and with confidence
• Take the extra step to turn good service into great service and make it an experience each customer will remember
• Teach and lead other members of the service team
• Act as the consummate host, always looking for ways to exceed our customer’s expectations

Maintain the cleanliness and neatness of the restaurant.

Purpose of Position:

The line cook is an extremely important position to our success. Speed and efficiency are imperative to the smooth operation of the kitchen and the satisfaction of our guests. Speed is needed to successfully complete all tasks, while efficiently and consistently assuring 100% guest satisfaction. The line cook will be provided with high quality products and necessary tools and equipment to complete daily duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items according to The Halal Guys SOP manual
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served
• Knows and complies with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area, including tables, shelves, grills, fryers, rice cooker, and refrigeration equipment
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations; assists others in closing the kitchen
• Attends all scheduled team member meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the kitchen manager or manager-on-duty

Requirements

• Efficiency and speed
• Organization
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced work environment
• Focused on quality and pride in work
• Always a team player
• 2+ years of restaurant experience, specifically grill
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Positive, honest, patient and encouraging demeanor
• Energetic, super friendly and a proactive team player
• Ability to lift 30 – 50 lbs regularly, bend, stoop, walk and perform other physical tasks for hours

Compensation: Minimum Wage plus Tips